In her new book “Heretic” Ayaan argues why reformation is a critical next step for Islam and its followers. Her new book is in bookstores now.

Many girls living in the US are taken to countries abroad
over the summer holiday to undergo female genital mutilation.

A report for the Department of Justice by Westat recognizes the AHA Foundation's contributions in drafting the report and expertise in fighting honor violence. The Westat report confirms an urgent need for the training of law enforcement and highlights training materials created by the AHA Foundation.

AHA Foundation Advocacy
Leads US Efforts to Track Honor Violence

Honor violence

Honor violence is typically seen in the form of physical or emotional abuse, sexual assault, rape or kidnapping - but it also includes female genital mutilation and forced marriage. In its most extreme cases, honor violence can lead to murder. In sharp contrastto other forms of domestic violence, honor violence is often condoned by families and communities, making it particularly difficult to identify and stop. It often involves several perpetrators within the family or community.

Forced Marriage

A forced marriage occurs when an individual is forced, coerced, threatened, or tricked to marry without her informed consent.

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AHA Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit founded by women’s rights activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali. The AHA Foundation is the leading organization working to end honor violence that shames, hurts or kills thousands of women and girls in the US each year, and puts millions more at risk. The organization also works to elevate the status of women and girls globally, so they can create peace and prosperity for themselves, their communities and the world.

Why Support the AHA Foundation

The work of the AHA Foundation is more relevant and critical than ever.
Global events point to horrifying accounts of culturally-motivated abuse and murder of women and girls around the world.
In the US, the number of women and girls suffering from honor violence, coercion and oppression is rising at an alarming rate.

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"It's 2014, and I’m having to hide things
such as who I love,
how I live my life, and my religious beliefs.
Please help me.”

Bulan*, age 18, Corpus Christi, Texas

*Names and identifying details have been changed.

"It's 2014, and I’m having to hide things
such as who I love,
how I live my life, and my religious beliefs.
Please help me.”

Bulan*, age 18, Corpus Christi, Texas

*Names and identifying details have been changed.

Solutions + You = Victories against Honor Violence

We ensure that women and girls of all races, cultures, religions and beliefs who are facing honor violence have a way out,
and that survivors get the help they need to thrive.

You Can Make a Difference!

End violence.
Stop shame.
Reclaim honor.

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You Can Make a Difference!

End violence.
Stop shame.
Reclaim honor.

You Can Change Lives

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With girls at risk in Massachusetts, we felt it was key to have state legislation as one of the many tools needed to fight female genital mutilation. The AHA Foundation has been a significant resource and guide in helping us navigate the process.

Beth Watters, Massachusetts Women’s Bar Association

Not a day goes by that I am not grateful for the way the AHA Foundation helped one of my patients, a pregnant teenager at risk of honor violence. The AHA Foundation quickly stepped in to help my patient escape her dangerous home.

Dr. Elizabeth Gibson, Pediatrician in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

A year ago, I reached out to the AHA Foundation for assistance. I wanted a better life for myself, and a bright future with endless possibiity. An end to the crippling of the culture I was born into. Today, I am living my dreams: a free human being who can choose her own lifestyle. Thank you.

Salma, Saint Louis Missouri

Thank you… I appreciate the help I have received and I am truly grateful that people like you exist and are willing to help a complete stranger. Maybe one day I can do something like this too!

Farah, age 17, Ohio

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You Can Change Lives

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With girls at risk in Massachusetts, we felt it was key to have state legislation as one of the many tools needed to fight female genital mutilation. The AHA Foundation has been a significant resource and guide in helping us navigate the process.

Beth Watters, Massachusetts Women’s Bar Association

Not a day goes by that I am not grateful for the way the AHA Foundation helped one of my patients, a pregnant teenager at risk of honor violence. The AHA Foundation quickly stepped in to help my patient escape her dangerous home.

Dr. Elizabeth Gibson, Pediatrician in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

A year ago, I reached out to the AHA Foundation for assistance. I wanted a better life for myself, and a bright future with endless possibiity. An end to the crippling of the culture I was born into. Today, I am living my dreams: a free human being who can choose her own lifestyle. Thank you.

Salma, Saint Louis Missouri

Thank you… I appreciate the help I have received and I am truly grateful that people like you exist and are willing to help a complete stranger. Maybe one day I can do something like this too!